Toyota1996-2002 Camry Overview

Toyota Camry Overview (1996 - 2002)

1996 - 2002

Tech Specs Summary


124 - 137 mph

9.0 - 10.4 seconds

129 - 187 hp

20.5 - 26.4 mpg
lb
3,219 - 3,417 lbs

18.3 ft3
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This generation of the Toyota Camry was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota between 1996 - 2002. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Sedan. There are three power levels available from either a 2.2 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 3 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Toyota Camry 3.0 V6
(1997 - 2000)
...ry 3.0 V6

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Camry is the Toyota Camry 3.0 V6 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 187 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.92 lb/hp it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Toyota Camry 2.2
(1997 - 2002)
...Camry 2.2

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Toyota Camry 2.2 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 488 miles and can store 18.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.

Euro NCAP Results

1998
Adult Occupant
★★★★
Pedestrian
★★

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